Introduction The United States is a melting pot of cultures and identities, harmoniously coexisting within society. However, the dominance of White Americans in race and culture often leads to the natural assimilation of minority communities into this prevalent culture. This...

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DePaul and Palestine: The University’s Past with Palestinian Solidarity

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Two very different cases of Professors at DePaul University help us examine the striking difference of treatment when it comes to Palestinian issues on college campuses across the country.

The Media, Refugees, and Racism: The Double Standard of Western Responses to the Ukraine Crisis

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As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine approaches the end of its third month, there has been an unprecedented outpouring of assistance and condemnation of Putin’s actions from nations across the world.

Ukraine Crisis: The Double Standard of Western Responses

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In many cases the effects of these conflicts, no matter how far flung, are still often felt within the Global North due to the inevitable exodus of refugees and asylum seekers. The reception of people fleeing war is typically influenced heavily by the media which in itself is a reflection of Western attitudes.

Refugees with Disabilities Struggle to Join the Workforce

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Finding employment as a person with a disability can be particularly difficult, but for refugees, it is nearly impossible to navigate alone. 

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